Event List

In this workshop, participants will create a uniquely designed mini magnet. Diamond painting is like paint by numbers, but using small gemstones instead of paint. Each participant will be able to make 1 diamond-painted magnet. 

This four-session workshop will explore where fashion, nature, and art converge. Students will create nature-inspired fashion sculptures using a 12-inch mannequin as the foundation.

Welcome to STEAM Lab!  This time is for students ages 10-16 to use the MakerLab, try new equipment and deepen skills.

Discover the timeless craft of mosaic art in our engaging two-session workshop at the library. Mosaic is a 4000-year-old art form that uses bits of decorative glass, tiles, and other materials to create geometric designs.

New Canaan Library is pleased to offer a new 4-session weekly course this Spring in Calligraphy. Calligraphy is the art of fine hand lettering. Participants will use a calligraphy marker to learn letter shapes and pen strokes.

Join Miss Rebecca for our K-1st Book Club, featuring hands-on games and crafts!

Our sewing project this month is creating roll-up pencil cases. Sewing experience not required.  For ages 10-16. 

Registration opens April 1 at 8am.

Discover the timeless craft of mosaic art in our engaging two-session workshop at the library. Mosaic is a 4000-year-old art form that uses bits of decorative glass, tiles, and other materials to create geometric designs.

Do you love to draw? Join NCHS art students for a fun-filled, hour-long drawing class on Sunday afternoon! We will be drawing our dream dinner table, with our favorite dishes and desserts.

This four-session workshop will explore where fashion, nature, and art converge. Students will create nature-inspired fashion sculptures using a 12-inch mannequin as the foundation.

Welcome to STEAM Lab!  This time is for students ages 10-16 to use the MakerLab, try new equipment and deepen skills.

New Canaan Library is pleased to offer a new 4-session weekly course this Spring in Calligraphy. Calligraphy is the art of fine hand lettering. Participants will use a calligraphy marker to learn letter shapes and pen strokes.

Each month we dig into a topic related to gardening and get our hands dirty in our Children’s outdoor space: the Schubert Children's Garden. Wear clothes you are comfortable getting messy.  For grades 3-5.

The weather is beautiful and we're excited to get outside and enjoy it! Join us to learn how to paint a simple sunset painting while sitting outside on the green. All skill levels are welcome. 

Please pre-register.

Children ages 2-3 years and their caregivers, join Miss Rebecca for a morning of stories, songs, movement, and crafts!

Nantucket Looms: A Legacy of Style

New Book release - Author Talk & Pop-up Shop

Tuesday, May 27^th

11am Pop-Up shop

12pm Author Presentation

This four-session workshop will explore where fashion, nature, and art converge. Students will create nature-inspired fashion sculptures using a 12-inch mannequin as the foundation.

Welcome to STEAM Lab!  This time is for students ages 10-16 to use the MakerLab, try new equipment and deepen skills.

In this relief printmaking class, you'll learn the basics of creating prints by carving images into blocks (like linoleum or wood) and transferring ink from the raised areas to paper, exploring both traditional and unconventional materials. 

New Canaan Library is pleased to offer a new 4-session weekly course this Spring in Calligraphy. Calligraphy is the art of fine hand lettering. Participants will use a calligraphy marker to learn letter shapes and pen strokes.

This month we are learning to sew a bow tie! Participants need to be familiar with how to use a sewing machine.  This class is for adults.

 

What is mental health? What can I do when I feel anxious or stressed? These are questions that I used to ask myself when I was little and frankly still continues today.

In this relief printmaking class, you'll learn the basics of creating prints by carving images into blocks (like linoleum or wood) and transferring ink from the raised areas to paper, exploring both traditional and unconventional materials. 

Eighth grader and brand-new author Medha Singhania visits New Canaan Library for the launch of her picture book, Goldeta, the story of a spoiled chick who finds her way to kindness.